Department of Psychiatry
Psychiatry
The Department of Psychiatry at Unicorpus Health Foundation delivers compassionate, ethical, and evidence-based mental health care for individuals of all ages. Our experienced psychiatrists and mental health professionals adopt a holistic, patient-centred approach to diagnosis and treatment, integrating counselling, pharmacotherapy, behavioural therapy, and family support as needed.
Conditions We Treat
Our specialists provide compassionate, evidence-based care for a wide range of mental health conditions, supporting patients across all age groups.
- Depression and Mood Disorders
Including major depressive disorder and dysthymia, these conditions are characterised by persistent low mood, loss of interest, and impaired daily functioning.
- Anxiety, Phobias, and Panic Disorders
Disorders marked by chronic anxiety or acute episodes of panic, frequently associated with physical manifestations such as chest tightness, palpitations, or dyspnoea.
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
A neuropsychiatric condition defined by obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours that impact quality of life.
- Bipolar Affective Disorder
A mood disorder involving alternating episodes of depression and mania or hypomania, affecting sleep, energy, and judgment.
- Psychosis and Schizophrenia
Severe mental health disorders involving hallucinations, delusions, disorganised thinking, and impaired perception of reality.
- Personality Disorders
Long-term patterns of behaviour and inner experience that deviate markedly from cultural expectations, impacting relationships and self-image.
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
A condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing traumatic events, resulting in flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional distress.
- Sleep Disturbances and Insomnia
Persistent difficulties falling or staying asleep, often related to stress, anxiety, or underlying mental health conditions.
- Substance Use and Addictive Disorders
Dependence on alcohol, tobacco, or drugs that impairs functioning and may co-exist with other psychiatric conditions.
- Cognitive Impairment and Dementia
Progressive decline in memory, reasoning, and other cognitive abilities, commonly affecting older adults and requiring structured care.
- Behavioural Issues in Children and Adolescents
Includes ADHD, conduct disorder, emotional dysregulation, and academic stress, managed with age-appropriate therapies.
- Adjustment Disorders and Stress-Related Conditions
Emotional or behavioural symptoms arising in response to significant life changes, such as loss, illness, or trauma.
Technology & Facilities
- Private, sound-proof consultation suites
- Digital screening and diagnostic tools
- Collaborative support with Neurology, Psychology, and Palliative Care teams
- Safe in-patient settings with observation and crisis intervention capabilities
- Access to EEG, neuroimaging, and allied diagnostics when indicated
Interventional Pain Procedures & Minor Surgeries
- Epidural corticosteroid injections— effective in managing symptoms of nerve compression and radiculopathy
- Facet joint injections— for arthritis-related spine pain
- Radiofrequency ablation (RFA)— To selectively disrupt nerve signals responsible for chronic pain
- Peripheral nerve blocks— Targeted anaesthetic or steroid injections around specific nerves to alleviate acute or chronic regional pain
- Trigger point injections— Administered for the alleviation of muscle spasms and localised pain.
- Joint injections (e.g., shoulder, knee)— for inflammatory and degenerative joint conditions
- Spinal cord stimulator/intrathecal pump— in select refractory pain cases (in coordination with neurosurgery)
Services & Treatments Offered
We offer a wide spectrum of therapeutic interventions tailored to individual needs:
Psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis
Medication management
Psychotherapy and counselling
De-addiction and rehabilitation support
Family and marital counselling
Child and adolescent therapy
Geriatric mental health care
Our Doctors
We provide early diagnosis and management of congenital and acquired heart conditions in infants, children, and adolescents. Services include outpatient consultations, non-invasive cardiac imaging, and coordinated referrals for interventional or surgical care when required.
DR. CH. PAVANA SANDHYA
DR. VENNELA SOLOMON
Procedures & Interventional Psychiatric Care
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS)
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
In-patient psychiatric stabilisation
Sedation-assisted detoxification
Why Choose Unicorpus for Psychiatry?
- ZConsultant-led, stigma-free care with a multidisciplinary approach
- ZFocus on long-term recovery, not just symptom control
- ZCoordination with medical and neurological specialists
- ZAccessible, affordable mental healthcare with dignity and respect
- ZStrong emphasis on education, counselling, and family inclusion
FAQ's
1. Is hospitalisation required for all psychiatric conditions?
No. Most conditions can be managed on an outpatient basis. Hospitalisation is only advised in emergencies or for intensive stabilisation.